EDTA is also used intramuscularly for lead poisoning and related brain damage. EDTA is sometimes used as an ointment for skin irritations produced by metals such as chromium, nickel, and copper. Eye drops containing EDTA are used to treat calcium deposits in the eye. In foods, EDTA bound to iron is used to âfortifyâ grain-based products such as breakfast cereals and cereal bars. EDTA is also used in calcium and sodium compounds to preserve food; and to promote the color, texture, and flavor of food.
Longest-serving Representative to serve in the House: With more than 59 years of service, Representative John Dingell, Jr., of Michigan, holds the record for longest consecutive service. Longest-serving Speaker of the House: Sam Rayburn of Texas served as Speaker for a total of 17 years, two months, and two days.
The senators are also Congressmen, in a way, and they serve six-year terms with 1/3 of the terms expiring every two years. Elections for the House and Senate are held on the same day in November every two years. ) Two years is the length of a term in the US House of Representatives . There are no restrictions on how many times a representative can be re-elected. ( The words Congressman, Congresswoman and congressmen are often used to describe only members of the house, but be sure to know that the US Congress includes the Senate as well as the House of Representatives.